Columbus
Cardinal News
Property rights vs. viewsheds? When it comes to solar farms, there’s sharp disagreement
Southside has become a hotspot for solar growth, but not everyone is happy about it. These responses to our Cardinal Way project show the intensity of their feelings. The post Property rights vs. viewsheds? When it comes to solar farms, there’s sharp disagreement appeared first on Cardinal News.
Bristol seeking proposals to reuse school buildings; more …
From elsewhere: Virginia child care rating system aims to improve kids’ school readiness. Grayson's wind, solar ordinance advances. COPA monitor: Ballad underspending on capital upkeep. The post Bristol seeking proposals to reuse school buildings; more … appeared first on Cardinal News.
Youngkin signs bipartisan state budget, ending budget stalemate
To pass the $188 billion spending plan, Republicans and Democrats had to make major concessions on taxes and Virginia’s future in RGGI. The post Youngkin signs bipartisan state budget, ending budget stalemate appeared first on Cardinal News.
From graduation walk-outs to police in riot gear, the campus protests in context
Also, two questions about the recent protests at some schools in Virginia and the response to them. The post From graduation walk-outs to police in riot gear, the campus protests in context appeared first on Cardinal News.
Students, parents react as VCU graduates walk out to protest Youngkin’s speech; more …
From elsewhere: Fears grow as Mountain Valley Pipeline nears completion. Rocked by fierce criticism last year, Blue Ridge Rock Festival cancels show for 2024. Mac McClung returns home to Gate City to host fourth annual basketball camp. The post Students, parents react as VCU graduates walk out to protest Youngkin’s speech; more … appeared first on Cardinal News.
Aurora borealis paints rare artwork on canvas of Virginia skies
Photos from across Southwest and Southside Virginia illustrate rare intensity and coverage of geomagnetic storm. The post Aurora borealis paints rare artwork on canvas of Virginia skies appeared first on Cardinal News.
Budget details revealed: No new tax increases, no additional tax relief, more than $2.5 billion in K-12 funding
The General Assembly is set to consider the $188-billion spending plan during a special session on Monday. The post Budget details revealed: No new tax increases, no additional tax relief, more than $2.5 billion in K-12 funding appeared first on Cardinal News.
Legislators slash more than $800K in funding for Health Wagon amid reports CEO’s compensation package nearly doubled in 2 years
The line item in the state budget for the Wise-based free clinic had been recurring since 2006, but was removed from the 2024 budget following reports of outsized compensation for executive leadership and other employees. The post Legislators slash more than $800K in funding for Health Wagon amid reports CEO’s compensation package nearly doubled in 2 years appeared first on Cardinal News.
State again cites Mountain Valley Pipeline for environmental violations
The state Department of Environmental Quality found more than a dozen offenses during a quarterly review of site inspections. The post State again cites Mountain Valley Pipeline for environmental violations appeared first on Cardinal News.
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators say Israeli drones use Virginia Tech hardware. Public documents don’t support that claim.
The university, which has been involved in drone research for years, denies the allegation, and publicly available information doesn't show a connection. The post Pro-Palestinian demonstrators say Israeli drones use Virginia Tech hardware. Public documents don’t support that claim. appeared first on Cardinal News.
37 years ago, one of the Republican Senate candidates tried to run in Roanoke. Here’s what happened.
After Chuck Smith dropped out of the 1987 state Senate race, he endorsed the Democrat and said he'd switch parties. He says now he was angry at being misled by a Roanoke Republican activist. The post 37 years ago, one of the Republican Senate candidates tried to run in Roanoke. Here’s what happened. appeared first on Cardinal News.
Judge to decide whether to delay construction of Dominion’s offshore wind project; more …
When did Minor League Baseball get raunchy? New documentary shines light on Paramount Bristol's storied past and community impact. Bedford commission recommends denial of Forest apartments. The post Judge to decide whether to delay construction of Dominion’s offshore wind project; more … appeared first on Cardinal News.
Youngkin and budget negotiators reach deal on state’s biennial spending plan
More details of the proposal will be made available Saturday. The General Assembly is set to vote on it next week. The post Youngkin and budget negotiators reach deal on state’s biennial spending plan appeared first on Cardinal News.
A county that produces natural gas has little access to it. Local leaders want to change that.
Tazewell County officials want to tap into a major gas pipeline to help local industries dealing with soaring electricity costs. They need state help to pay for the infrastructure. The post A county that produces natural gas has little access to it. Local leaders want to change that. appeared first on Cardinal News.
Virginia increasingly elects ‘outsiders’ as governor. Do they need more time to learn the job?
Virginia doesn't let governors run for reelection. Does a single term give someone enough time to figure out how to run the state? The post Virginia increasingly elects ‘outsiders’ as governor. Do they need more time to learn the job? appeared first on Cardinal News.
Roanoke-Blacksburg Technology Council fetes winners at annual celebration
Virginia Western Community College’s longtime president was selected for the RBTC Hall of Fame, and an oncological therapeutics company took the top entrepreneurship prize. The post Roanoke-Blacksburg Technology Council fetes winners at annual celebration appeared first on Cardinal News.
Virginia health officials launch ‘surveillance system’ for kids sickened by cannabis; more …
From elsewhere: Roanoke citizens, Del. Rasoul seek cease-fire for Gaza. Would a land bank help Farmville clean up derelict properties? Danville City Council revises agreement with Caesars Virginia. The post Virginia health officials launch ‘surveillance system’ for kids sickened by cannabis; more … appeared first on Cardinal News.
McGuire says he won’t participate in sole debate set for 5th District GOP primary
Sen. John McGuire's campaign says it never confirmed the date; a spokeswoman for Rep. Bob Good says McGuire won’t attend because “he knows he will perform poorly.” The post McGuire says he won’t participate in sole debate set for 5th District GOP primary appeared first on Cardinal News.
Cardinal News
2K+
Posts
25M+
Views
Cardinal News is an independent, nonprofit, nonpartisan news site that serves Southwest and Southside Virginia.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.